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Trip Overview

The average train between Buxton and Porthmadog takes 8h 22m and the fastest train takes 6h 2m. The train service runs several times per day from Buxton to Porthmadog. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

8h 22m
Duration
180 mi
Distance
£71
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Buxton to Porthmadog train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Buxton and Porthmadog. The earliest departure is at 6:41 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Buxton is at 10:55 PM which arrives into Porthmadog at 2:54 PM. All services require a transfer at Stockport and take an average of 8h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for Wales6h 9m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for Wales6h 11m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for Wales6h 7m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for Wales6h 12m • 3 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for Wales6h 9m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for Wales6h 11m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for Wales6h 7m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for Wales6h 12m • 3 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for Wales6h 9m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for Wales6h 11m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for Wales6h 7m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for Wales6h 12m • 3 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for Wales6h 9m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for Wales6h 11m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for Wales6h 7m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for Wales6h 12m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for Wales6h 9m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for Wales6h 11m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for Wales6h 7m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for Wales6h 12m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for Wales6h 9m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for Wales6h 11m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for Wales6h 7m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for Wales6h 12m • 3 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for Wales7h 52m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for Wales7h 59m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for Wales7h 46m • 3 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Buxton to Porthmadog? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 180.4 mi
  • Duration: 8h 22m

What companies run services between Buxton, Derbyshire, England and Porthmadog, Wales?

You can take a train from Buxton to Porthmadog via Stockport, Shrewsbury, and Dovey Junction in around 7h 42m.

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